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Why Fly to Dublin?

Fine Georgian architecture, traditional pubs and great nightlife are amongst Dublin’s obvious draws, but the city also has numerous cultural attractions, a sophisticated dining scene and chic shopping areas.

Beyond the city itself, there are exciting opportunities to explore the Irish coast and countryside on the light-rail system, DART. Dublin is a hugely popular short-break destination and it is often possible to find cheap flight deals to the city.

Flying to Dublin from the UK

It is possible to get direct flights to Dublin from a very large number of UK airports and there are plenty of cheap deals around, especially if you are flexible.

Direct flights depart from airports including Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Glasgow and Bristol as well as London Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton and Stansted. Typically, direct flights to Dublin from UK airports take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

Mini Travel Guide to Dublin

The River Liffey flows through the centre of Dublin and separates its districts. Some of the main areas of interest for visitors, such as Temple Bar, can be found south of the Liffey. This lively area is famous for its nightlife and is home to a number of good pubs, bars and restaurants.

Temple Bar Square and nearby Meetinghouse Square hold lively Saturday markets and the area also has its fair share of independent shops, boutiques and galleries.

Also south of the Liffey is Grafton Street, the city's best-known shopping area and home to Brown Thomas, its equally famous department store. At the southern end of Grafton Street is St Stephen's Green with its fine Georgian houses and leafy park.

Dublin Castle is west of here on the way to an area known as the Liberties where there are two cathedrals and the famous Brazen Head pub, which claims to be the oldest in Ireland. Several of Dublin’s best museums, including the National Gallery and National Museum of Ireland are located in an area to the northeast of St Stephen’s Green.